Inhalants

by Ingrid A. Lobo

Examines the history, health effects, social issues, and legal status of inhalants. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0791076369
• ISBN13: 9780791076361
• Release Date: January 2004
• Publisher: Chelsea House Publications
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.4"
• Age Range: 14 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 9 to 12

Customer Reviews

An great new book on inhalants

This book provides up to date information on inhalants and is written in a language that is clear and easy to understand. As volatile solvents are found in common chemicals and many household products, this book is especially important for all. The book is presented in straightforward manner. The author opens with an overview of inhalants, where she answers the question, "What are inhalants?" This chapter shows the reader that inhalants make up over 1400 legally obtained household products and are, ironically, one of the least studied drugs. The second chapter provides an engaging history of inhalant abuse. From the ancient Greeks to 19th century doctors and academics to volatile solvent abusers in World War II, this chapter illustrates the long history of inhalant abuse in the world. Chapter three describes the properties of inhalants, while chapter four explains the way inhalants act on the body. Particularly interesting in this chapter is the explanation of the reward pathways in the brain. Chapter five looks at the types of abusers and issues of dependence and withdrawal. Chapter six is a very useful chapter as it deals with the consequences of abuse. The short and long term effects of abusing inhalants are made clear in this chapter. Chapter seven presents very a dynamic collection of trends and data on use of inhalants, while the last chapter focuses on treatment and prevention. Vivid diagrams, charts and photos supplement all of the chapters. It is clear that the author has taken care to make sure that the charts and images are relevant and useful. Ms. Lobo has taken care to present her information in a factual matter while maintaining a crisp and engaging voice. The book is presented in a way that allows the readers to take the information and process the data on their own. Having worked in community outreach with K-12 students and educators, I believe this book should be an essential part of 7-12 grade libraries. I highly recommend it to parents as well!